Lecce Protests Serie A by Wearing Plain White Jersey

The Reason Behind Lecce’s Protest in Serie A

Lecce staged an unusual protest in their Serie A match against Atalanta by wearing plain white jerseys with no logos or club emblems. The protest came in response to the league’s decision to reschedule the match just three days after the death of Graziano Fiorita, the team’s physiotherapist. Fiorita had served Lecce for 26 years and passed away at the age of 47 in Coccaglio while the team was at a training camp.

The Message on the Jerseys

The plain white jerseys featured a black ribbon and a message that read “no value, no color.” The club’s decision to wear these jerseys was a powerful statement in honor of Fiorita and as a protest against the league’s handling of the situation.

Tribute to Graziano Fiorita at Via del Mare Stadium

The match ended in a 1-1 draw, but Lecce’s players remained focused on honoring their late colleague. The club will hold a final tribute for Fiorita at the Via del Mare Stadium on Tuesday, where fans will be able to pay their respects and say their final goodbyes to the beloved physiotherapist.